Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 56

Manuscript, Collectibles and Aerospace Auction

U.S. Presidential Related

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 50		[Jefferson, Thomas]. A scarce engraving after the aquatint by Thaddeus Kosciuszko (1746-1816) and engraved by Michel Sokolnicki (1760-1816), 14 x 11 in. Titled "Thomas Jefferson / A Philosopher a Patriote and a Friend / Dessiné par son Ami Tadée Kosciuszko. Et Gravé par Mt. Sokolnicki." Darker toned area in upper right corner and light foxing. Accompanied by three other prints: a 6¾ x 3 7/8 in. French bust portrait of Jefferson as President, a 14 x 11¼ in lithograph by C. Motte after Mauraisse (likely mourning), and a later printed reproduction of a print honoring Jefferson's retirement from the Presidency. Four pieces, lightly toned and foxed. Overall very good. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 51		[Jefferson, Thomas]. Reproduction painting of the third President in a coat with a fur collar. Oil on canvas, 23½ x 19½ in., housed in a 28½ x 24½ in. wooden frame. Ready for display. Estimated Value $150 - 200. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 52		[Kennedy, John F.] 50 Star Flag From 1960 Democratic Convention. This flag was one of 50 flown over the inside rim of the Sports Arena during the 1960 Democractic convention in the Los Angeles Sports Arena where John F. Kennedy and Lyndon Johnson were nominated. It was the first convention to be held with 50 stars in the U.S. flag, Hawaii and Alaska having been admitted as states in 1959. The consignor was President of the Student Body at the University of Southern California at the time. He was asked to select 300 young men and women from Los Angeles area college campuses who would drive the dignitaries, including Eleanor Roosevelt and Speaker of the House, Sam Rayburn, around the city in 300 new white General Motors cars. This flag was obtained on the last day of the Convention. It measures 4 x 6 ft. and is in fine condition, with some age toning. Accompanied by a sworn affidavit from the consignor. Estimated Value $300 - 500. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $250
Lot 53		[Kennedy, John F.] Wisconsin Flag From 1960 Democratic Convention. This flag was flown over the inside rim of the Sports Arena during the 1960 Democractic convention in the Los Angeles Sports Arena where John F. Kennedy and Lyndon Johnson were nominated. It was the first convention to be held with 50 stars in the U.S. flag, Hawaii and Alaska having been admitted as states in 1959. The consignor was President of the Student Body at the University of Southern California at the time. He was asked to select 300 young men and women from Los Angeles area college campuses who would drive the dignitaries, including Eleanor Roosevelt and Speaker of the House, Sam Rayburn, around the city in 300 new white General Motors cars. This flag was obtained on the last day of the Convention. It measures 4 ft. 2 in. x 5 ft. 4" and is in fine condition, the outer border being toned. Accompanied by a copy of a sworn affidavit by the consignor. Estimated Value $300 - 500. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 54		[Political Ephemera]. Ticket to the 1940 Democratic National Convention in Chicago; a Truman For President button with ribbon and donkey attached; diagram of seating on the President's Platform for the Nixon inauguration, 2pp; two dinner programs for a 1975 Salute to the President in southern California; match book with engraved Presidential Seal and "Jimmy Carter"; invitations to the inauguration of George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton; five Ferraro bumper stickers; six Clinton/Gore, etc. bumper stickers, and one Ross Perot bumper sticker. Estimated Value $150 - 200. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 55		[Reagan, Ronald]. Beveled crystal glass plaque with the Presidental Seal and RONALD REAGAN in frosted etching, 5 x 4 in. Supported by a clear Lucite stand and presented in the original presentation box lined with blue velvet, and enclosed in its original navy blue box with navy velvet lining and with the Presidential Seal etched in gold on the cover. Given by President Reagan to special guests. Mint condition. Estimated Value $400 - 600. From a former Reagan staff person. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $235
Lot 56		[Reagan, Ronald]. A special Presidential bookmark composed of a navy blue grosgrain ribbon with a gold Presidential Seal on one end and a triangular gold plate engraved with a facsimile Ronald Reagan signature on the other end. On a red velvet backing in the original white box with Ronald Reagan's facsimile signature on the top cover in navy blue. These were given by President Reagan to special visitors to the White House. The white gift box is age toned, but the bookmark is in mint condition. This is a very rare collector's item. Estimated Value $300 - 500. From a former Reagan staff person. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 57		[Reagan, Ronald]. Official Presidential double-deck playing card set. Cards are in the original cellophane seal with the Presidential Seal and Ronald Reagan's facsimile signature on the back of the cards. The blue velvet box has Ronald Reagan's facsimile signature in gold on white satin in the case lining and a gold Presidential Seal on the cover. Enclosed in the white gift box with the Presidential seal on the top lid. Gift box is age toned, but all else is in mint condition. This is a very rare collector's item. Estimated Value $300 - 500. From a former Reagan staff person. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $323
Lot 58		[Reagan, Ronald]. Presidential signing pen (made by Parker) in navy blue and silver with Ronald Reagan's signature gold-stamped on it and "The White House" above it. The navy and gold box has the Presidential Seal and a facsimile signature. President Reagan used these pens to sign official bills and presidential paperwork. Very fine. Estimated Value $200 - 300. From a former Reagan staff person. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $294
Lot 59		[Reagan, Ronald]. Four White House match books with the White House embossed on the cover and "Ronald Wilson Reagan" printed below it. The Presidential Seal is on the back. These were given to visitors to the White House residence and state floors during social occasions. These are rare collectors' items.Very fine. Estimated Value $200 - 300. From a former Reagan staff person. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold